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Cricket and rugby
Thu, March 28 2019
Ian Botham’s grandson Jim signs rugby deal with Cardiff Blues
The Wales Under-20s back-row forward is the son of former Cardiff wing Liam Botham.
Wed, August 29 2018
Stephen Fleming, Brendon McCullum, Grant Elliott to feature in charity match
The match will be played on January 25, at Hagley Oval, Christchurch.
Thu, April 26 2018
‘Tuppy’ Owen-Smith: Cricket for South Africa, rugby for England
Tuppy Owen-Smith played 5 Tests for South Africa, led England at rugby, and was a practising doctor.
Thu, March 29 2018
Lucius Gwynn: The Irish dual international who made way for Ranjitsinhji
Gwynn, an Irishman, topped the English batting charts in 1895.
Wed, September 13 2017
Reg Bettington: A remarkable life
Reg Bettington was a versatile sportsman and a qualified doctor — and much, much more.
Fri, August 18 2017
KC Gandar-Dower: The ultimate Boys’ Own Hero
Pacifist, explorer, aviator, all-round sportsman, cryptozoologist, writer, wildlife photographer and war correspondent: KC Gandar-Dower was all of that.
Wed, April 26 2017
James ‘Biddy’ Anderson: Rugby champion, cricket captain
Known more for his rugby skills, Anderson, among other cricket feats, led South Africa in the only Test he played.